An article in Barron's proposes using modern monetary theory to solve the issue of underfunded state public pensions. An article by Randall W. Forsyth in Barron's describes how public sector…
On the latest episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, Jennifer Diercksen joins Kevin Kinnally and Michael Sanderson to discuss the ins and outs of municipal bond ratings — including the…
Proposed budget holds the line on taxes while providing significant support for schools, public safety, and the County’s overall fiscal health. Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman today delivered his…
A bipartisan group of federal lawmakers today unveiled a $908 billion stimulus package that aims to break a longstanding logjam on COVID-19 relief. The package is split into two bills,…
The State of Maryland last week sold $1,011.4 million in general obligation (GO) bonds for capital projects. This included $540 million in new tax-exempt bonds, $115.8 million in tax-exempt refunding…
As described in an article in Chief Investment Officer, public pensions and church pensions face similar difficulties and might benefit from similar investment models. A white paper written by Rivera…
The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners yesterday announced that -- for the fifth consecutive assessment -- the County received AAA credit ratings from three major bond rating agencies. Fitch…
Comptroller Peter Franchot today announced the appointment of Emmanuel M. "Manny" Welsh as Chief of Staff, effective November 2, 2020. Mr. Welsh has been serving as Acting Chief of Staff…
